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Advanced technology and its impact on the clinical laboratory
Clinical Chemistry
|March 1, 1987
Summary
Clinical laboratory technology advancements are transforming operations, requiring professionals to adapt to automation. Staying informed about new developments is crucial for integrating innovations into healthcare systems.
Area of Science:
- Clinical laboratory science
- Medical technology
- Healthcare innovation
Background:
- Clinical laboratory operations have evolved significantly due to technological progress.
- The shift is from small, manual processes to large, centralized, automated systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the impact of technological advancements on clinical laboratory operations.
- To emphasize the need for clinical laboratorians to understand and anticipate technological integration.
Main Methods:
- Review of technological developments in allied disciplines impacting clinical laboratories.
- Analysis of the effects of fully automated analytical systems.
Main Results:
- Clinical laboratories have become large, central organizations.
- Fully automated analytical systems profoundly affect staffing, equipment, organization, and operation.
- Rapid advancements necessitate continuous adaptation.
Conclusions:
- Clinical laboratorians must stay abreast of emerging technologies.
- Understanding and anticipating technological integration is vital for the healthcare system.
- Effective management of technology is key to future success.
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